[s17e13] Talking Points May 2026

šŸ’” This episode aired during the same season that lead actors Fred Thompson (Arthur Branch) and Milena Govich (Nina Cassady) eventually departed the series. Season 17 - Talking Points (2007) - (S17E13) - Cast & Crew

A polarizing, right-wing media pundit named Judith Barlow (played by guest star Charlotte Ross) is speaking at a university when a riot breaks out. [S17E13] Talking Points

Yates claims he targeted Barlow because her public stance against stem cell research was a direct threat to his hope for a cure. Notable Cast & Characters Jesse L. Martin Senior Detective Milena Govich Nina Cassady Junior Detective Sam Waterston Jack McCoy Executive ADA Charlotte Ross Judith Barlow Guest Star (The Pundit) Louis Cancelmi Malcolm Yates Guest Star (The Shooter) Ron Silver Bernie Adler Guest Star (Defense Attorney) Key Talking Points šŸ’” This episode aired during the same season